Day 1 : BORDEAUX
Transfer to Bordeaux accommodation (on our own).
Bordeaux Walking tour (Half day)
We start off by recounting the beginnings of the American exploration by the Frenchman Jacques Cartier in the 16th century. Next, we delve into the Enlightenment and the American Independence from the English, obtained with the help of the Marquis de Lafayette. Followed by Thomas Jefferson’s brief stay in Bordeaux and the exportation of wines to the New World by 18th century American wine merchants. A leap forward into the First World War, during which Bordeaux’s ‘New Bassens’ was entirely constructed by the American regiments in 1917 as a supplies port to help the western front. We end the tour in the 21st century, by mentioning current investments and some of the finest Bordeaux wine chateaux owned by Americans.
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 2 : BORDEAUX – SAINT ÉMILION – BORDEAUX
Private tour in Saint-Emilion (Full day)
This itinerary schedule has been carefully created to allow you to discover the diversity of the wines of Saint-Emilion. Your private tours are completely flexible to meet all your requirements and needs. You will find below an example of what we can offer you.
Free quote and personalized on request.
Each visit usually lasts about 1h15 and includes a presentation of the vineyard, of the history of the chateau, a guided tour of the vat room and cellars. Your tour finishes with a tasting of the wine(s) of the estate.
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 3 : BORDEAUX – ARCACHON – BORDEAUX
Bay of Arcachon (Full day)
Meet and greet your friendly local and bilingual guide at the Girondins Column and drive to the atlantic coast and Arcachon Bay. Your guide will provide you with information about the stunning bay as you go.
Visit and discover the amazing Bay of Arcachon!
The Bay of Arcachon is a beautiful bay located just 55 minutes’ drive from Bordeaux. Its 1500 hectares is fed by the Atlantic Ocean forming an inland sea with the colors of a lagoon, bordered on one side by a fine white sand dune rising to 110 meters, called the Dune du Pilat. This dune is the biggest sand dune in Europe! From its summit, you can also admire the beautiful Landes’ forest.
Climb the Dune du Pilat and be rewarded with a glass of white wine! Enjoy the amazing views of the ocean, the bay and the forest!
Discover the town of Arcachon, your guide will show you the unique 19th-century architecture of the town’s winter districts and the magnificent coastline of Pereire beach. Take some pictures of those eccentric houses and your guide will explain you why the french upper class-built villas here.
Enjoy lunch at a local producer’s and taste the Bay of Arcachon’s specialty oysters*, accompanied by a glass of white wine! Share a moment of conviviality with a magnificent view of the port!
Arrive back in Bordeaux.
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 4 : BORDEAUX
Transfer to your next destination. (on your own_
Included in the Price is:
- Each night of accommodation as mentioned with breakfast
- Activities and excursions as mentioned above, with English-speaking guides
- Entry tickets to attractions as mentioned above
- A detailed Numerical Format roadbook with our suggestions for visits, all addresses, maps, and vouchers for all accommodation and activities.
- Telephone 24/7 assistance in case of emergency.
Not included in the price:
- International flights.
- The activities mentioned as optional.
- Personal expenses
- City taxes in the accommodation (2025: between 2€ and 4€ per person per night)
All that is not mentioned in the section, ‘This price includes’
Accommodations
The hotels reflect the level of quality and location offered. If they are not available at the time of booking, we will offer you similar accommodation.
- 3* hotel – Hôtel Château La Chèze or similar
- 4* hotel – Renaissance Bordeaux or similar
4-day / 3-night land package, price per person, double or twin occupancy. Price for 2024 and 2025.
For those who booked their European river cruise with InterlineTravel.com, the following prices apply: Rates are per person based on the number of people going in your group, 2, 4, 6 or 8.
| Nmbr of Psgrs | 3 Star Hotel | 4 Star Hotel |
| 2 | $1,749 | $2,199 |
| 4 | $1,059 | $1,399 |
| 6 | $829 | $1,899 |
| 8 | $709 | $1,069 |
| Single Rate | Call | Call |
| Triple Rate | Call | Call |
For those who want to take this tour on its own or booked your river cruise at another travel agency the following prices apply: Rates are per person based on the number of people going in your group, 2, 4, 6 or 8.
| Nmbr of Psgrs | 3 Star Hotel | 4 Star Hotel |
| 2 | $2,199 | $2,289 |
| 4 | $1,409 | $1,519 |
| 6 | $1,189 | $1,289 |
| 8 | $1,069 | $1,159 |
| Single Rate | Call | Call |
| Triple Rate | Call | Call |
Deposit, Final Payment and Cancellation Policy:
- Deposit of 30% due at time of booking and is nonrefundable. Full payment is due 50 days in advance. If you cancel 30 to 15 days before arrival the cancellation penalty is 75%. If you cancel less than 15 days before arrival the cancellation penalty is 100%. We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can do that by clicking here or have our agents get it for you.
- In case the client changes the number of participants, prices shall be revised and adapted to the new number of participants.